Westchester's October First-Time Homebuyer Report

Westchester is a larger than average city in Illinois that has seen a 0.1% decrease in population over the last 10 years. It also has a total population of 16,718. Westchester is made up of homes that are considered older than most with a median of 53 years. Heading the list of top schools in the city is Westchester Primary School.

Culture

If you are interested in the top stores to shop in Westchester, Foursquare says that Jewel-Osco, Walgreens, and Family Video are the most popular places to buy a few things. You might also try Fresh Meadow Golf Club and Mayfair Park Ball Field, a few popular places to experience the outdoors. And finally, recommended places to eat are Panera Bread, Buona, and Giordano's.

Price Range

The median value of homes in Westchester is $170,000, making it one of the most valuable areas in Illinois. At the same time, the average list price of available homes is presently $245,125.

Make sure you take a look at these eye-catching homes in Westchester that generated the most views from potential buyers:

Typical Dwelling

A three-bedroom detached home valued around $243,212 is considered a typical dwelling in Westchester. If a buyer was looking for a similar home, they would need good credit and a $48,642 cash down payment to get a mortgage with a 3.95% interest rate. The monthly payments would be $1,154 and the property tax rate is $16.10 per $1,000 of taxable assessed value.

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